Telefunken M81 Custom Handheld Supercardioid Universal Dynamic Vocal Microphone, Yellow Body with Black Nickel Grille

Why settle for ordinary when you can experience the extraordinary performance of the M81 Custom Handheld Supercardioid Universal Dynamic Vocal Microphone This dynamic microphone, with its distinctive yellow body and black nickel grille, is a standout offering from Telefunken Elektroakustik, a brand renowned for its high-quality audio equipment.

The M81 was meticulously designed to not only complement the M80, Telefunken's inaugural dynamic microphone, but also to carve out its own unique space in the dynamic microphone market. Launched in 2008, the M80 swiftly became a preferred choice in both live and studio settings, thanks to its clear and detailed top end, articulate mid-range, and minimal proximity effect. It gained popularity as an ideal microphone for vocal and snare drum applications, and quickly became the most sought-after microphone in the Telefunken product line.

The M81 carries forward many of the M80's strengths, including its minimal proximity effect, superior feedback rejection, and articulate mid-range. However, the M81 sets itself apart with a slightly pulled back top end, resulting in a flatter overall frequency response. This unique combination gives the M81 a rich body and crystal-clear clarity, making it an excellent tool for balancing brighter vocals and guitar tones, enhancing percussion and horns, and adding depth to thinner sounding sources.

The M81's tailored frequency response makes it an exceptional choice for a variety of applications, including electric guitars, percussion, rack and floor toms, and brass instruments. Its robust construction and wide range of uses make it a reliable workhorse for the new generation of audio professionals.

Finished in the same flint gray body tube and tri-chrome head grill styling as the R-F-T AR-51, the M81 is easily recognizable. It was designed with the AR-51 in mind, with great care taken to ensure that its overall response complements the AR-51 when recording electric guitars.

In essence, the Telefunken M81 is a "Universal Dynamic Microphone", designed to be used on virtually any and every audio source. Each M81 Universal Dynamic microphone comes with a leather zipper bag and an M 780 mic clip, making it a versatile and essential addition to any audio equipment collection.